Ingredient glossary
This glossary brings together the ingredient descriptions from our drip menu, grouped by role. You can also build your own drip in the booking flow.
The base fluid that carries every other ingredient straight into the bloodstream. Typically an isotonic crystalloid like Normal Saline or Lactated Ringer's, matched to your physiology so it absorbs without diluting the body's own chemistry. IV delivery bypasses the stomach entirely, so the fluid is in circulation as the bag runs rather than after the hour or two an oral drink takes to absorb.
The primary electrolyte found in the fluid outside of your cells. It acts as the body’s main hydration manager. Essential for proper nerve signaling and brain function. Helps prevent muscle cramps and weakness.
Helps maintain the proper balance of fluids inside and outside of your cells, and it plays a vital role in maintaining your body's natural pH. Supports efficient fluid absorption and retention.
A powerhouse mineral found primarily inside your cells. It is famous for its role in muscle and heart health and it regulates normal heart rhythms and cardiovascular health.
A mineral your muscles and nerves use to relax and signal, and one used in a wide range of enzyme reactions. It supports normal nerve and muscle function, which is one reason it has been studied in migraine; that role does not establish how well a particular IV works.
A mineral used in nerve signaling, muscle contraction, and a steady heartbeat.
A B vitamin used to build keratin, the structural protein of hair and nails. That is its role in the body, not a promise about hair or nails.
A co-factor your body uses to form collagen, and an antioxidant that protects healthy cells, including skin cells, against oxidative damage such as damage from ultraviolet light.
A group of B vitamins that supports cellular energy production, nervous-system function, and healthy red blood cell formation. It is included in drips booked for fatigue and recovery.
A single B vitamin commonly used to support energy, mood, and neurological function. It is often included when fatigue, brain fog, or low energy are part of the reason for treatment.
An essential trace mineral the body needs in small amounts. It takes part in many enzyme reactions, including those involved in wound healing.
An antioxidant produced naturally by the body that helps protect cells from oxidative damage.
A prescription non-steroidal anti-inflammatory, given for body aches and pain. It is not right for everyone, including anyone taking blood thinners. Your Nurse Practitioner reviews it with you before it is given.
A prescription anti-nausea medicine, given for nausea and vomiting. Your Nurse Practitioner reviews it with you before it is given.
Prescription nausea relief that is also sedating, so plan to rest afterward rather than drive. Your Nurse Practitioner reviews it with you before it is given.
A prescription acid reducer, given for reflux and heartburn. Your Nurse Practitioner reviews it with you before it is given.
A prescription corticosteroid, given to reduce inflammation. Your Nurse Practitioner reviews it with you before it is given.
A prescription antihistamine. It is sedating, so plan to rest afterward rather than drive. Your Nurse Practitioner reviews it with you before it is given.
A lipotropic combination of methionine, inositol, and choline. Methionine helps the liver process fats and supports methylation pathways; inositol supports cell-membrane function and insulin signaling; choline is essential for transporting fats out of the liver. Together they support the pathways the body uses to convert stored fat into energy.
A coenzyme found in every cell. Cells use it in the reactions that turn nutrients into energy.
An amino acid that supports muscle contraction and delays muscle fatigue. It also helps regulate water and mineral levels in the blood.
An amino acid that converts into nitric oxide in the body, which widens blood vessels (vasodilation). This improves blood flow and oxygen delivery to working muscles.
An amino acid derivative that helps the body convert fatty acids into usable energy. It is widely used to improve endurance and reduce muscle soreness after exercise.
An amino acid crucial for muscle repair and immune system health. Intense physical stress depletes glutamine; replenishing it speeds up recovery and reduces muscle breakdown.
A combination of amino acids (proline, arginine, lysine, and carnitine) that work together to support muscle recovery, energy production, and circulation. They help rebuild and repair tissue, convert fatty acids into usable energy, and improve blood flow to working muscles.
